#396 – Height Matters

Especially when you are renewing your passport, driver’s licence, or other government document.

If you haven’t done so, take the time to measure your height (and weight). Wishful thinking aside, don’t just assume that you are the same height as you were the last time you renewed paperwork. You probably have a good idea of how much, or little, you weigh, but in case you don’t, check that out, as well.

You might be surprised to discover that shrinkage happens.

When you live with a chronic disease such as rheumatoid arthritis, that shrinkage might happen more rapidly than in the general population. The bone-shattering link between RA and osteoporosis may occur for a number of reasons:

the disease process itself

the steroids you may take at one time or another

unrelenting pain, mobility-impairment, may prevent you from regularly participating in bone-building activities.

Another height-changer can be the result of a leg length discrepancy following a hip replacement, as in my case. There’s a slight change to my height, dependent upon which foot I stand.

Only a few more days left. Thanks for moving A Rheumful of Tips into the 11th position of Healthline.com’s Best Health Blog of 2012 contest. It’s a lot to ask, so I really, truly, from the bottom of my heart, appreciate your voting as frequently as you do. The contest ends on Feb. 15th.

Disclaimer

Living with a chronic and debilitating disease such as rheumatoid arthritis is challenging. How do you remain independent when the disease process can make even the simplest of activities impossible to do?
On this blog, you can read about the tips and tricks that I use on a daily basis to live my life to the best of my abilities. Always check with your licensed healthcare professional before making any changes in the way you do things.
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